Join us in

Penang, Malaysia

... for the

2018 Asia Pasific

Master Games

The Asia Pacific Masters Games (APMG) is a global festival of sport for parcipants of eligible ages & all capabilities with nearly 10,000 amateur athletes taking part.
This major sporing event features 21 sports & for most sports, there is no qualification criteria other than age. Athletes represent themselves and not their country and can compete to win or to simply have fun

Asia Pacific Masters Games Swimming Event and Travel Information

Competition Rules

The APMG Swimming Competition is a long course competition conducted according to FINA Rules in a 50 meter swimming pool in age groups as noted below

Venue and Events

The Relau City Sports Complex located in Taman Desa Relau, Bayan Lepas, Penang

Tour Inclusions

Return economy airfares and departure taxes with Singapore Airlines

6 nights accommodation - Eastin Hotel Penang — checkin 05 September/checkout 11 September
The Eastin Hotel is one of the closest hotels to the swimming venue, however it is not serviced by the APMG Shuttle Bus ! Hotels in the recognisable tourist areas of Georgetown and Batu Ferinnghi can be up to an hour away or more depending on traffic. The Eastin Hotel is a luxury hotel with outdoor swimming pool, gym, tour desk, walking distance to Queensbay Mall. Dining options include the Swez Brasserie open 6.00 am to midnight and The Lounge open 11.00 am to midnight with live music, alcoholic, non-alcoholic drinks, cocktails, coffee and tea

Tour Exclusions

Airport transfers — with a number of options for flight dates and times, it is more practical to take a taxi from the airport to your hotel which is only 5 klm from Penang Airport

Hotel/venue transfers — the hotel is only a short distance from the Swimming Venue and it is again more practical to take a taxi from your hotel

Event Registration — all registrations and event communication should done through the official APMG website please refer to www.apmg2018.com/swimming/

Booking and Payment Procedure

Please note your travel requirements on the attached Booking Form and Itinerary Planner (if necessary) and return to our office

On confirmation of travel arrangements we will send an invoice noting full payment due

Please be aware all reservations are subject to availability at time of booking

Amendments

If you wish to change your booking following confirmation, a request must be made in writing. Additional fees may apply and will be advised accordingly

Flights

Tour costs are only valid for arrival Penang with Singapore Airlines 05 September and depart Penang 11 September. Flights with alternative airlines e.g. Air Asia or Malaysia Airlines can also be requested If you require alternative flights or dates please note on the Booking Form. Additional fees and/or departure taxes may apply if you require alternative flights or departure ports

Tour Costings

Tour Costings are based on current airline schedules & fares, current exchange rates, taxes & service charges as at 25 February 2018. Tour Costings are subject to change should any of these conditions be affected

Documentation

All passengers require a passport with at least 6 months validity beyond their intended stay. A visa is currently not required for Australian passport holders for Malaysia or Singapore

If you are traveling on an alternative passport, or traveling to alternate countries, please contact your local Consulate or our office for visa requirements

Travel Extensions

We suggest staying at the Eastin Hotel for your swimming events and then move to Georgetown or Batu Ferringhi for some rest and relaxation and to enjoy the Penang lifestyle or you might like to stopover in Singapore or Kuala Lumpur

Please note any requirements on the Booking Form and/or Itinerary Planner and we will forward a quote and/or suggested travel extension options

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is recommended to cover cancellation fees, loss of baggage, illness etc. Travel insurance will not cover cancellation due to business or personal reasons. If you wish to receive our preferred Travel Insurance brochure please note accordingly on the Booking Form

Cancellation Penalties

Flight and hotel bookings are based on best available rates and are therefore 100% non-refundable